Netflix officially announced the actor who will play Portgas D. Ace in the third season of the series One Piece Live-Action. The role will be played by Xolo Maridueñarecognized for his performances in Cobra Kai and Blue Beetle. The announcement was accompanied by a promotional image that confirms the participation of the American actor of Latin descent in the production inspired by the manga of Eiichiro Oda.
The news comes as fans wait for the premiere of the second seasonscheduled for March 10, 2026. According to reports, this new batch of episodes will adapt the arcs of Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden and Drum Island. The character of Ace will debut briefly during this stage before having a more relevant role in the future live-action story.
Xolo Maridueña joins the One Piece universe
Known for playing Miguel Diaz in Cobra Kai already Jaime Reyes in Blue BeetleMaridueña has been one of the most requested elections by manga fans. His physical resemblance to Iñaki Godoyactor who plays Monkey D. Luffyalso generated excitement among fans who were hoping to see him as the protagonist's older brother. On social media, many celebrated the decision, calling it “perfect”.
A production that continues to grow
The live-action of One Piece debuted in August 2023 and quickly became a worldwide success, leading the global ranking of Netflix English series with more than 140 million hours played. The addition of Ace marks a new step in the expansion of the adaptation, which continues under the direct supervision of Eiichiro Oda. According to the actor Joe Manganiellowho plays Crocodile, the filming of the third season They will start this year.
What expectations do you have about the interpretation of Xolo Maridueña like the emblematic Portgas D. Ace in the universe of One Piece?
